10BEST Says

Bars: The Porter is Atlanta's beloved brew house, situated in the heart of the Little Five Points neighborhood. 400 unique and hard-to-find beers, plus 30 on tap offerings provide plenty of reasons to schedule a visit. Don't bother calling ahead, though; reservations are not accepted. The Porter draws an eclectic crowd, from ale-loving attorneys to craft-critical bohemians. The mass of people crowding the bar and dripping into the street give this pub a friendly, party-like buzz. Be sure to sample the eats. For a savory snack try the pretzel, and for your sweet tooth, bite into the chocolate brownie with beer ice cream, butterscotch and malt crunch.

Pubs: Over 430 beers make The Porter a must for brew-lovers in Atlanta. The Porter makes its home in the Little Five Points neighborhood of Atlanta. The odd L-shaped bar stays pretty crowded on weekend nights. This gastropub serves up excellent food like duck prosciutto and lamb vindaloo ravioli. The menu features beer pairing suggestions for each dish. There is quite an eclectic crowd no matter when you visit. Yuppie foodies looking for a great gastronomic experience to the Little Five points residents with piercings and tattoos all enjoy spending time at this beer bar. Expect to wait for a table as The Porter does not take reservations.

Insider Tips

Local Expert Lesli Peterson Says:

Bars: "The Porter does not take reservations, so expect to wait. Pass the time with a drink from the bar, which you can sip outside for excellent people-watching. With over 430 beer options, you'll need the extra time to select your second drink, anyway."

Best for Bars Because: 430 beer selections, plus cocktail, wine and liquor options keep locals returning. The food surpasses pub fare, with beer pairing suggestions for every menu item.

Local Expert Malika Harricharan Says:

Pubs: "The bar's 400 bottles and 30 tap offerings include hard-to-find specialties."

Best for Pubs Because: There is upscale cuisine to compliment the many, many beers available.